Reading and notetaking
Improve your comprehension using these resources to learn about effective reading strategies and how to develop a note taking system that works for you.
Reading and notetaking resources
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- Online learning module
Taking good notes
Effective notes save time, ensure you reference effectively and help with revision. Learn various styles and strategies.
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Critical thinking in reading and writing
This module will introduce you to the concept of critical thinking and provide strategies to help you think, read, take notes and write critically.
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Reading strategies
Learn different strategies you can use to read at an optimal speed, while still maintaining comprehension. Designed for students who have lots of readings.
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Note taking and synthesising
Tips to help you take notes and synthesise ideas from readings efficiently and effectively.
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Reading and taking notes for science students
This guide for science students provides advice on how to read and note-take for non-science breadth subjects.
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Critical literacy
Critical reading involves analysing and evaluating different ideas expressed in your course material. Learn strategies and steps to develop your critical literacy.
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Reading effectively
Find out how to balance comprehension with efficiency while doing your university reading.
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Reviewing the literature
Literature reviews determine what is known on a particular topic, how well this knowledge is established, and where future research might be directed. Find out how to write critical literature reviews with this helpful guide.
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Taking notes from texts
Taking notes from a text helps you enhance your comprehension and retention of the information. Find out useful note-taking tips with this quick guide.
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Reading critically
Find out how to develop your critical reading skills for use at university.
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